BAM!! You’ve been hit from behind by a driver who was a little too involved in his cell phone conversation.Though you may find that there is little damage to your car, it’s highly unlikely that you have come away with no physical injuries. Whiplash, an injury to the soft tissue of the neck is sometimes very deceptive in terms of symptoms. You may not feel injured immediately after the accident, but the symptoms may appear within a day or two.
After an auto accident of any type, it’s a good idea to have an examination by a doctor. Doctors of chiropractic are highly skilled and trained to look for issues which may not appear as symptoms initially. By visiting a chiropractor as quickly as possible after the accident , you are giving yourself the best possible chance for a successful recovery if you are indeed injured.
You may wonder which symptoms you should look for which might indicate whiplash. Here are a few symptoms that indicate you may want to visit a doctor:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Neck Pain
- Back pain
- Nausea
In the Kansas City Area, give Dr. Tomlinson a call today at (816)584-0444 to set up an initial consultation.
